Tech Data Adds Incipio to Mobile Portfolio

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September 3, 2015
Tech Data Adds Incipio to Mobile Portfolio

CLEARWATER, Fla., Sept. 3, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD) today announced a new agreement with Incipio®, a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning mobile device accessories and technology, to offer their suite of protective accessories, Bluetooth audio, and power solutions for mobile devices. Incipio is now available to retailers, Apple specialists, and solution providers in the United States through Tech Data's Mobile Solutions & Retail division.

"Incipio provides a well-rounded product assortment of tablet cases, accessories and consumer electronics for solution providers to enhance their mobility portfolio," said Patrick Stokes, senior vice president, Mobile Solutions & Retail at Tech Data. "With the addition of Incipio to our portfolio, partners can offer a complete solution to their clients—from the device to the accessories and everything in between."

Incipio's large portfolio of contractual relationships with device manufacturers allows for expertly engineered accessories that are designed to be seamlessly compatible with new devices at the time of launch. As part of the agreement, Tech Data partners will also have access to ClamCase®, recently acquired by Incipio, which specializes in the design of premium iPad keyboard cases and peripheral devices. Incipio's wireless audio brand, Braven, will also be accessible to Tech Data partners in the coming months.

"Our partnership with Tech Data is exciting for our company and we see significant opportunity to reach new customers, specifically through commercial, education, healthcare, and government segments," said Joe Echegaray, vice president of Sales, Incipio. "One of our strengths of the Incipio enterprise is OEM, where our speed and flexibility are unmatched, and we look forward to growing our mobility business with Tech Data's strategic approach to the industry."

Tech Data's dedicated team of mobility specialists have created a business model through the Mobile Solutions & Retail division aimed at driving partner growth in key areas such as mobile device management (MDM), security, cloud-based solutions, and the Internet of Things.

For more information, please contact Tech Data's Mobile Solutions & Retail team at 800-237-8931, ext. 83662 (option 2) or tdm_sales@techdata.com.

About Tech Data

Tech Data Corporation is one of the world's largest wholesale distributors of technology products, services and solutions. Its advanced logistics capabilities and value added services enable 115,000 resellers to efficiently and cost effectively support the diverse technology needs of end users in more than 100 countries. Tech Data generated $27.7 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2015. It is ranked No. 107 on the Fortune 500® and one of Fortune's "World's Most Admired Companies." To learn more, visit www.techdata.com, or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

About Incipio

Incipio is the leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning mobile device accessories and technology based in Southern California. Established in 1999, Incipio designs expertly engineered protective, versatile, and stylish solutions for virtually every mobile device. Through an untiring commitment to advanced technology and innovation, Incipio has also evolved into a major power solution brand, offering a comprehensive lineup of portable power products as well as a Bluetooth-enabled solutions. In 2013, Incipio acquired wireless Bluetooth audio company, Braven, and is now one of the fastest growing wireless audio brands in the industry. In June of 2015, Incipio grew their portfolio of consumer electronics brands with the acquisition of acclaimed iPad keyboard case designer, ClamCase.